Current issues
We are developing information and resources to explain our position on topical issues affecting the public.
Zero-powered contact lenses
These lenses, sometimes known as 'cosmetic' lenses are designed to change the eye's appearance, either its colour or by adding an effect. We advised a BBC Wales consumer programme and have produced this factsheet to accompany the programme.
Revalidation
What is revalidation?
The purpose of revalidation is to ensure that health professionals remain up-to-date and continue to demonstrate that they meet the contemporary standard required to be on the register.
Why is the GOC implementing this scheme?
Revalidation is not a GOC initiative. All healthcare regulators are developing schemes in line with Government policy as a response to the Department of Health White Paper Trust, Assurance and Safety.
We recognise that optometrists and dispensing opticians pose a low risk. So we believe that requiring our registrants to meet the enhanced CET requirements in order to revalidate is a proportionate response to that risk.
All registered optometrists and dispensing opticians must meet the CET requirements to remain on the register.
Our new scheme will come into effect on 1 January 2013. Further updates and information will be available over the coming months as we develop and implement our plans.
